By Gary Gilbert, PE, GE
The recent loss of a bridge on Interstate 10 is another reminder of the importance in replacing our failing infrastructure. Every time Caltrans has stated in the past that all the bridges in the state are safe, I have the feeling they are not telling the whole story. No loss of life occurred with the bridge being washed out, but loosing access to a major transportation corridor in California has a huge impact on the lives of the citizens and the commerce in this state. I believe we need to start a new dialogue with the public on infrastructure.

I heard a saying the other day that apparently is an Egyptian phrase that goes something like this: "the days pass slowly, but the years fly quickly". That couldn't be said any better. This can probably apply to a lot of things in life. I can say this about my kids growing up and my 10 years of marriage as well as a number of projects I am a part of at work. The same can be said of my years with ASCE Orange County Branch. I have spent quite a bit of my time with the branch making a number of changes to keep the branch connected technically which in turn has enabled us to save money when donations were down. It has sometimes felt like turning a large ship at sea, but when I look back at the past 6 years it actually feels more like a small jet boat the more I think about it.

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